Ref. #FFE1A3 · DE5289
Midday Sun
78%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Midday Sun Technical Profile
What color is Midday Sun? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #FFE1A3. Colors similar to Midday Sun include Vista Paint Elberta Peaches, Sherwin-Williams La Luna Amarilla, PPG Honey Bee. Midday Sun has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 78, Midday Sun reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Midday Sun
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Elberta Peaches
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
La Luna Amarilla
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Honey Bee
PPG
Nearly identical
Suntan Yellow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Essentially Bright
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Peach Tickle
Valspar
Nearly identical
Melted Butter
Behr
Nearly identical
Creamy Surprises
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Midday Sun
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Midday Sun
#FFE1A3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C1D65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Midday Sun
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Midday Sun Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Midday Sun.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Midday Sun — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Midday Sun have?
Midday Sun by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Midday Sun from other brands?
The closest matches are Elberta Peaches by Vista Paint (#FFE1A2), La Luna Amarilla by Sherwin-Williams (#FDDFA0), Honey Bee by PPG (#FCDFA4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Midday Sun?
Midday Sun has an LRV of 77.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
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